"Everyone has a different path in life, for some that is higher education. A student with IDD should have the same opportunity as those without IDD, and IN! successfully allows students with IDD to achieve."

•Current: Director of Outreach, Education, Communications & Policy at The Arc Arapahoe, Douglas & Elbert Counties

•Experience includes: During my life, I witnessed firsthand the transition and steady progression of the quality of life options for individuals with disabilities, towards inclusion. I am responsible for the administration of all educational offerings, public policy, communications and community outreach activities at The Arc Arapahoe, Douglas & Elbert Counties. I have nearly 19 years of professional experience with working with individuals with IDD by occupying a variety of roles from direct care staff, to managing Program Approved Service Agency (PASA) to Program Management with Developmental Pathways for over 10 years.

•Education: BA in Sociology from Colorado State University